Publisher's Synopsis
Northanger Abbey and Persuasion is a novel by the renowned English author Jane Austen, first published posthumously in 1833. The book is a collection of two of Austen's most celebrated works, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, which were both completed in the same year, 1817.Northanger Abbey is a coming-of-age story that revolves around the life of Catherine Morland, a young girl from a modest family who is invited to stay with the wealthy Tilney family at their estate, Northanger Abbey. Catherine is a naive and innocent young woman who is obsessed with Gothic novels and imagines the Abbey to be a place of mystery and intrigue. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and the dangers of indulging in one's imagination.Persuasion, on the other hand, is a more mature work that deals with the themes of second chances, regret, and the power of persuasion. The novel follows the life of Anne Elliot, a young woman who is forced to reject the love of her life, Captain Wentworth, due to societal pressures and family obligations. The novel explores the consequences of Anne's decision and the impact it has on her life and relationships.Overall, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion is a timeless classic that showcases Austen's remarkable ability to capture the nuances of human behavior and relationships. The book is a must-read for fans of Austen and anyone who appreciates a good story about love, friendship, and the complexities of human nature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
